VMware ESXi 8.0 is a lightweight, Type-1 hypervisor for running virtual machines on bare metal. This guide shows how to download the ESXi 8.0 ISO, options for hosting the ISO (including Google Drive), and step-by-step installation on a server or desktop PC.
For other users: Only download ISOs from Google Drive if the provider also posts the official SHA256 checksum from VMware. Validate using: vmware esxi 80 download iso google drive install
Title: How to Download VMware ESXi 8.0 (ISO) and Perform a Fresh Install Subtitle: A cautionary guide to obtaining the ISO and setting up your hypervisor. Blog Post: How to Download and Install VMware ESXi 8
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If you want to directly install ESXi 8.0 from Google Drive without a USB (using a virtual CD-ROM), follow this advanced method: An unofficial copy that may be tampered with